SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek
FairWilkes County, North Carolina · 50 FT.W.JCT.US421 · Structure no. 000000001930635
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 56 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek in Wilkes County, North Carolina. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2040. The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns SR1172 over S Prong Lewis Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.